About this property
The Rand Building is a historic commercial building in Huntsville, Alabama. Built in 1883, it and the adjacent building, the Donegan Block, represent a simplified Italianate architecture style common in smaller towns in the late 19th century. It is one of few remaining Italianate buildings which once were prevalent on Courthouse Square.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 80000722. It was listed on September 21, 1980.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Rand Building listed on the National Register?
Rand Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 21, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Rand Building?
Rand Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Rand Building?
The period of significance for Rand Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1883.
Can I research the history near Rand Building?
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